Job Title: Manager of Continuous Improvement Specialists

Location: United States

Company: Martin Marietta

Job Summary: Martin Marietta is seeking a dedicated and experienced Manager to lead a team of Continuous Improvement Specialists. This role is crucial in driving operational excellence and ensuring world-class levels of equipment productivity and safety within our quarry and mining operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of Continuous Improvement Specialists.
• Oversee and participate in the development and delivery of expert-level operational training for quarry equipment operators, operator teams, and site management personnel.
• Continuously update and develop training materials to ensure training covers machine familiarity, inspection, care, safe operating practices, and efficient material extraction and transportation methods.
• Evaluate site configurations, conditions, and operational effectiveness of personnel, providing input and training necessary to maximize productivity.
• Assess equipment fleet configurations and performance, advising on equipment selection and sizing.
• Communicate and enforce operational performance standards and expectations.
• Coordinate with OEM and aftermarket training resources.
• Implement an efficient electronic scheduling system to optimize the training process.
• Establish a streamlined training records retention system to effectively track and report on training metrics.
• Present the training program overview, key metrics, and strategic vision to management.
• Participate in the development and management of a department budget.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements:

• Mining or quarry supervisor or management experience.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in mining or quarry equipment setup, inspection, maintenance, and operating practices.
• Quarry or mine blasting knowledge and/or experience.
• Experience working in a large organization with multiple operations, diverse operating environments, and varying equipment fleets.
• 15 years of operations experience in quarrying and mining environments.
• 10 years of primary loader and haul truck operating experience.
• 5 years of experience in training equipment operators.
• Extensive knowledge of MSHA, OSHA, and other regulatory matters.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to foster a vision.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, VST, and ERP systems.
• Highest levels of Caterpillar Certified Trainer certifications or the ability to obtain them.
• Willingness to travel extensively with frequent overnight stays.
• High school diploma.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English).
• Current MSHA annual refresher certification.
• BS or BA in Education.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled